US Bridges

Edward T Breathitt over Access Rd-Big Rivers RR

Fair

Henderson County, Kentucky · Sbl .1 MI N of Webster Cl · Structure no. 051B00062L

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
183 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,627
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Edward T Breathitt over Access Rd-Big Rivers RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Edward T Breathitt over Access Rd-Big Rivers RR in Henderson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 6,627 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,217 by 2043. The structure is 183 ft (55.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesEdward T Breathitt
CrossesAccess Rd-Big Rivers RR
LocationSbl .1 MI N of Webster Cl
RouteInterstate 69
CountyHenderson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.64833, -87.51194
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating58.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length183 ft (55.7 m)
Longest span76 ft (23.3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.7 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,627 (2023)
Projected traffic8,217 by 2043
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Edward T Breathitt over Access Rd-Big Rivers RR built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is Edward T Breathitt over Access Rd-Big Rivers RR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.

How much traffic does Edward T Breathitt over Access Rd-Big Rivers RR carry?

About 6,627 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is Edward T Breathitt over Access Rd-Big Rivers RR?

The structure is 183 ft (55.7 m) long with a longest span of 76 ft (23.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Edward T Breathitt over Access Rd-Big Rivers RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.